For me it seemed obvious, but I'm constantly surprised, so I have to ask:

Is there any difference between on chassis usb.3.0/2.0 outputs?Since it's all digital and backward compatible, isn't it just the marketing stuff, and if I would connect usb2.0 from chassis to 3.0 on mobo, it would work as 3.0?Reply

It doesn't work that way. USB 3 cables have four more wires andcontacts than USB 2. So the USB 2 header on the front of your chassis doesn't have the necessary contacts to operate as a USB 3 port.Reply

I recently builds my first custom gaming rig and was going with the Core 3000, which was recommended in the Midrange Guide. Since I really have to point of comparison: how are the fans? Are they any good. Are there more quiet yet equally powerful fans out there?Reply

Strangely enough, the Core 3000 USB 3.0 seems to be missing the cheap PCI-slot fan controller that was included on the original Core 3000. Or at least, they make no mention of it. All the key features other than USB 3.0, like top rotateable HDD drive cage, silicone grommets, 3 fans, etc., were available in the original.Reply

Are those USB ports exposed on top? How retarded. And how do you plan to dig out all the dust and grime that falls in over time? Even on my 10 year old cheap case the front USB ports have a nice little door flap. Looks like the human intelligence level is dropping every passing year.Reply